What you can expect of us

• To be given information about your illness and necessary treatment
• To be advised of possible side effects of medication
• An explanation of any proposed investigations
• To be given self help information on minor illnesses
• A prompt start to all surgeries and clinics
• An explanation if there is a delay of longer than 30 minutes after your appointment time
• A quick and effective service for repeat prescriptions which will be available 3 working days after request
• An annual review of repeat prescription
• Out of hours when the surgery number is rung, a concise message will relay an emergency contact number at all times
• A quick and efficient service for answering the telephone
• Helpful, courteous and efficient staff
• Prompt and accurate information on test results
• Access for wheelchairs and pushchairs
• A confidential area to discuss any problems.

You can help us by

• Cancelling appointments if you are unable to attend and giving us as much notice as possible when cancelling including the use of text message cancelling.
• Remembering that an appointment is for one person only and one medical  issue only.
• Asking for a home visit only if you are permanently housebound or too ill to visit the surgery.
• Requesting a night visit only when you feel it is truly necessary.
• Trying to be well informed about your health or condition and listening to the advice you are given
• Following any treatment prescribed for you, or by informing your doctor if for any reason you do not do so or do not intend to do so
• Returning unwanted medicine or pills to the pharmacy for safe disposal
• Making sure the surgery has your up to date address and telephone number
• Talking to the doctor or reception manager if there is part of the service you would like to see improved.
• Telling those involved in your care if you feel you have been well looked after. A simple thank you does wonders for doctors and staff.